Course Designations

Regulation type
Section 1: Credit and Registration

Courses are designated by program and level. The first numeric character designates the level of study.

  • 300 and 400 level - upper level undergraduate courses

  • 500 and 600 level - masters level courses

  • 700 level - doctoral level courses

  • 800 level - executive development

  • 900 level - executive development

Directed studies courses, with "N17" designation, are individually designed courses on approved topics undertaken in consultation with, and under the supervision of, a faculty member. Directed Studies courses are typically designed to meet specific requirements for study in areas not covered by established courses. Prior approval of the dean is required and Directed Studies courses are limited to a maximum of one per degree program, unless approved by the dean and registrar.

Courses with "N90" designation are typically reserved for a major project, thesis or professional field practice.

Courses that have more than one calendar month elapsed time between academic activity are designated as 'multi-part' courses (e.g. 500A, 500B).